We've been separated for over two years and she still texts me angry about things that have nothing to do with the kids. Last week she sent a paragraph about how I'm a failure as a parent because I let our son have soda at my place. I try to keep it civil for the kids but man it's exhausting. We use...

I've been feeling this weird persistent anxiety for like 8 months now. It's not panic attacks or anything dramatic, just this constant background noise in my head. Like I'm always waiting for something bad to happen. It doesn't keep me from doing stuff but it's exhausting. Been thinking about talkin...

My youngest moved out for college last month and I'm struggling more than I thought I would. My identity for the last 18 years has been wrapped up in being a dad and now that role is shifting. I love my kids but suddenly I have all this time and no real sense of purpose. Been spending too much time ...

My son asked if we could get something. I said 'sure, but I'm not paying $8 for a popsicle.' He said 'why not?' I said 'because I'm not a very cool dad.' Took me three tries before he got it. Worth it.

Built a little fire pit oven thing using some bricks I had lying around. First pizza came out burnt on the bottom, second one was somehow raw in the middle, third one was actually edible. Kids said it was the best pizza ever made which I think was just them being nice but I'll take it. Gonna keep pr...

I'm somehow 4-2 despite having the worst draft I've ever had. Picked three running backs in a row and my friends will not let me live it down. But my waiver wire game has been on point so we're still alive. What about you guys, anyone making a playoff push?

Been trying to get the family off screens on Friday nights. We've been doing board games instead. Catan Junior, Ticket to Ride, stuff like that. Kids seem to actually enjoy the interaction more than I expected. Any recommendations for a 6 and 9 year old?

Bought him his own little apron with his name on it. Planning to do burgers and hot dogs, keep it simple. My dad never did this stuff with me so I'm trying to create those memories. Might be overkill for just grilling but whatever makes him smile right. How do you all do special weekend stuff with y...

Left at 18 thinking I'd never go back. Moved to the city, built a career, got married, had kids. Recently moved back because housing is crazy expensive and family support matters now. Walking through my old high school parking lot last week actually made me emotional. I'm not the angry kid who could...

After months of organizing and setting up my man cave slash workshop, I finally have a space that feels legit. Got my workbench situated, tool wall organized, little fridge in the corner for cold ones, and a beat up couch my brother in law gave me. Spent last Saturday just sitting out there on the c...

Just wanted to drop in and say that if you've been thinking about getting help, do it. I dragged my feet for years thinking I could just deal with stuff on my own. Finally went to see someone about my anxiety and depression last spring and it's been a game changer. It's not a miracle cure but I feel...

My kids got me a Switch for my birthday and I've been playing Mario Kart with them almost every night. Forgot how much I used to love video games before life got crazy. Now that they're old enough to actually play with me instead of just watching it's a whole different vibe. Anyone else rediscoverin...

There's this younger dude who just started at my company and some of the senior guys were kind of hazing him, making fun of his ideas in meetings. I pulled him aside and told him to keep speaking up and not to let those guys get to him. Then I talked to the senior guys separately and basically told ...

So I'm building a deck with my 10 year old and I have zero experience. Found some plans online and bought the wood. Day one was just getting the posts set and man my back hurts. But seeing my son actually interested in something I'm doing is incredible. We're going slow. Anyone got tips for keeping ...

My father always showed tremendous respect for my mother in front of us. Not fake stuff, genuine admiration and courtesy. I've made it a point to do the same with my wife in front of the kids. Because if boys don't see their father treat their mother with honor and respect, why would they ever treat...